Scion XB Best and Worst Years (2005–2015)
Scion XB years to avoid: 2006, 2008, and 2009. Best years: 2014 and 2015. Based on 1,009 NHTSA owner complaints and 15 recall campaigns across 11 model years (2005–2015).
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.
- Model years
- 11
- 2005–2015
- NHTSA complaints
- 1,009
- Recall campaigns
- 15
- Crashes reported
- 94
- Fires reported
- 21
- Top problem area
- Airbags
XB Complaint Index by year
Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.
Scion XB problems and recalls by year
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recalls | Top issue | MPG | NCAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Caution | 70 | 92 | 15 | 1 | 1 | Structure & Body | 28.5 | — |
| 2006 | Avoid | 80 | 253 | 18 | 0 | 5 | Visibility & Wipers | 28 | — |
| 2007 | No verdict | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | Airbags | — | — |
| 2008 | Avoid | 100 | 339 | 30 | 7 | 8 | Airbags | 24 | — |
| 2009 | Avoid | 90 | 140 | 12 | 5 | 10 | Airbags | 24 | — |
| 2010 | Caution | 60 | 55 | 4 | 1 | 7 | Airbags | 24 | — |
| 2011 | Caution | 50 | 54 | 4 | 1 | 5 | Airbags | 24 | — |
| 2012 | Good | 40 | 45 | 5 | 3 | 3 | Airbags | 24 | — |
| 2013 | Good | 30 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 2 | Electrical System | 24 | — |
| 2014 | Best | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | Airbags | 24 | — |
| 2015 | Best | 20 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | Brakes | 24 | — |
XB years to avoid: what went wrong
2008 Scion XB Index 100 · 339 complaints · 8 recalls
Owners filed 339 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Scion XB, led by airbags (132), engine (56), and brakes (45). NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 30 crashes and 7 fires.
2008 airbags problems →2008 engine problems →2008 brakes problems →
2009 Scion XB Index 90 · 140 complaints · 10 recalls
Owners filed 140 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Scion XB, led by airbags (74), engine (34), and brakes (16). NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 12 crashes and 5 fires.
2009 airbags problems →2009 engine problems →2009 brakes problems →
2006 Scion XB Index 80 · 253 complaints · 5 recalls
Owners filed 253 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Scion XB, led by visibility & wipers (148), engine (34), and structure & body (33). NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 18 crashes.
2006 visibility & wipers problems →2006 engine problems →2006 structure & body problems →
Most common Scion XB problems (all years)
Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.
- Airbags332 (33%)
- Visibility & Wipers215 (21%)
- Engine182 (18%)
- Structure & Body106 (11%)
- Brakes102 (10%)
- Electrical System87 (9%)
- Steering47 (5%)
- Other40 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires31 (3%)
- Transmission & Powertrain19 (2%)
Frequently asked questions
- What year Scion XB should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2006, 2008, and 2009 Scion XB have the highest Complaint Index among 11 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2008 model year ranks worst with 339 complaints and 8 recalls.
- What is the best year for the Scion XB?
- The 2014 and 2015 Scion XB have the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track, with the 2014 at 9 complaints and 2 recalls. Complaint counts are adjusted for how long each model year has been on the road.
- What are the most common problems with the Scion XB?
- Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are airbags (332, 33%), visibility & wipers (215, 21%), and engine (182, 18%).
- How many recalls does the Scion XB have?
- NHTSA lists 15 distinct recall campaigns covering Scion XB model years 2005–2015. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.